Top Austria TV Tours in 2026

Most "Sound of Music" fans can picture the film’s iconic settings, but don’t know where to find them in real life. This half-day trip takes you straight to the locations, allowing you to relive your favorite scenes from the musical without advance planning. Visit film sites around Salzburg, hear the need-to-know history of Salzburg’s top attractions, and visit nearby Mondsee to explore.

Treat yourself to a classical music concert in Vienna’s St. Peter’s Church. One of the city’s baroque beauties, the lavish church is a fitting venue for an evening of music in the heart of the city. Take a seat in the church vaults and immerse yourself in a program of music from renowned classical composers such as Mozart, Vivaldi, Bach, Schubert, and Beethoven.

Discover the streets on which a young Hitler walked during this walking tour of historic Vienna. As you explore Vienna’s ornate Old Town, learn about Adolf Hitler’s early life and visit Jewish architecture that survived the Holocaust. See the devastation caused by more than 100,000 WWII bombs and pay your respects to monuments dedicated to lives lost.

If you want to visit Hallstatt without the hassle of public transportation, opt for this half-day trip from Salzburg instead. Simply relax on the journey through the alpine Salzkammergut region, then enjoy free time in Hallstatt. How you spend it is up to you; stroll past Lake Hallstatt, visit the Bone House (entry extra), or snap photos from viewing platforms. Just note: The Skywalk is closed until summer 2026.

Step into the shoes of the Von Trapp family on a Sound of Music tour of Salzburg. With your own private guide, you'll check out the major filming locations of the beloved 1965 musical film. Visit sites in Salzburg, stop for photos at two palaces, then cross the border to see either the location of the film's opening scene or the meadow where Do-Re-Mi was sung. Later, you'll travel through the scenic Salzkammergut lake region and the village of Mondsee. If you want to include lunch in a mountain restaurant, upgrade online when you book.

On this private tour you travel from Salzburg into the region where the Sound of Music was filmed. Your guide explains the stories behind each filming location as you drive through mountain scenery. At Leopoldskroner Weiher you view the exterior of the palace used as the Von Trapp home. At Schloss Hellbrunn you see the well-known gazebo from the movie. Later you explore Hallstatt where the lakeside setting shows traditional Austrian architecture. St. Gilgen and Wolfgangsee offer calm views of the Salzkammergut region. The tour ends back in Salzburg after a full day of visits. Please note that the order or inclusion of stops may vary depending on weather, seasonal conditions, or local events.

Explore Salzburg's Mirabell Garden and UNESCO-listed Old Town on this seamless day trip from Vienna. Led by a local guide, you'll enjoy the stunning drive to Salzburg, winding through the Austrian Alps. Upon arriving, take a guided walking tour of Mozart's home town and visit the gardens of Mirabell Palace, as well as other top sights. Your day trip concludes with transportation back to Vienna.

This tour offers an immersive, musical journey that connects you directly to Austria’s cherished Christmas traditions and the origins of the world-famous carol, “Silent Night.” Led by soprano Dana Hammett, the experience uniquely blends live performances of Austrian Christmas carols—including an intimate rendition of “Silent Night”—with visits to iconic locations like the Silent Night Chapel and the picturesque Maria Plain pilgrimage church. The tour includes luxury transportation from Salzburg, exclusive insights into the story behind “Silent Night,” and stops at enchanting holiday markets. Unlike other tours, this experience is a heartfelt celebration of Austria’s holiday heritage, complete with scenic landscapes, festive ambiance, and personalized storytelling that will leave you with a lasting appreciation for this beloved carol and the magic of an Austrian Christmas.